Cainhoe Castle

As part of Heritage Open Days, we are inviting you to discover Cainhoe Castle on Sunday 13th September.

Cainhoe Castle is a nationally significant Norman motte and bailey castle, with later medieval manor and fishponds, located within Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve.

Head over to our history hut gazebo opposite the riverside cafe to collect your materials, learn what life was like at the castle, and embark on a self-led trail to discover Cainhoe Castle.

No need to book, just come down to Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve and follow the signs from the car park.


Please note: Parking charges do apply for Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve.

Timings

Sunday 13 September:

1000-1500

Location & directions

Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve, Shefford Road, Beadlow, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17 5TR

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Join us at our visitor centre to learn more about life in Cainhoe Castle. You can then follow a self-led trail to learn more about the interesting history of the castle. This trail will take you onto the castle site, which has uneven, rough ground. Around 1.5 miles total.

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